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Best Vets in Kerry

#1 Ranking
4.9

Our Score (89/100)

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Featured Clinic Overview

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic

McGrath Vets – Market Street Veterinary is a general veterinary practice for dogs, cats, and farm animals, with facilities that include laser therapy. The website also states a 24-hour farm animal veterinary service. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe clear communication during stressful situations (including surgery after a road traffic accident) and a clinic environment where pets are greeted and handled in a way that helps them stay relaxed (for example, a dog returning for check-ups and being met with “hellos and belly rubs”).

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#2 Ranking

Our Score (88/100)

4.9(235 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
  • Fast access when something seems urgent (example: appointment offered within ~20 minutes on a Saturday for an eye concern). - Clear, detailed communication during appointments and at discharge (owners mention being talked through everything and not feeling rushed). - Support in difficult situations, including out-of-hours help and end-of-life care (one owner describes the vet coming in on a weekend and guiding decisions with empathy).
#3 Ranking

Our Score (87/100)

4.9(133 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
exotic

Treacy & Sheehan is a fully accredited veterinary clinic that treats both small and large animals, operating from a purpose-built premises (moved in 2010). The website states they’re set up for a broad mix of routine and urgent work, including care for unexpected illnesses/accidents and intensive care patients. In recent reviews, owners most often describe dogs and cats being assessed thoroughly (including “spotting an issue” in a cocker spaniel that improved after treatment) and ongoing follow-up visits for injuries after traumatic events.

Our Score (83/100)

4.9(105 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Killarney Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice (corporate group ownership isn’t stated in the information available to us). Based on recent reviews, it appears set up for both routine and more complex cases, with diagnostic imaging mentioned (an X‑ray that led to a difficult discussion about options) and owners also describing “tricky” operations.

Our Score (82/100)

4.8(165 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Ownership/group affiliation isn’t stated in the available information. The clinic describes itself as a veterinary hospital with experienced vets, nurses and support staff, plus diagnostic and hospital facilities, and it states that it offers 24/7 emergency pet care. Recent reviews most often point to fast turnaround for urgent problems and minimally invasive “keyhole” neutering/spay procedures (with pets reportedly back home within hours).

#6

Our Score (75/100)

4.9(21 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
  • Fast help when it matters: several reviewers mention being fit in quickly; one describes being met within about 15 minutes after calling about an injured dog. - Advice and explanations: owners note helpful guidance and that questions get answered. - Reliability and follow-through: one reviewer specifically mentions the vet being there when he says he will be.

Our Score (74/100)

4.8(78 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
  • End-of-life care comes up repeatedly, with owners describing euthanasia handled gently and with compassion (including one home visit). - Clear communication during complex cases: one owner mentions cancer treatment where the vet explained the plan and likely outcomes. - Responsiveness in urgent situations: one review notes they were able to have their dog seen in an emergency on a bank holiday.

Our Score (74/100)

4.9(37 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Clashmore Veterinary is a small-animal practice where recent reviewers repeatedly mention calm handling of stressful situations (including euthanasia) and practical support for day-to-day pet care. Owners specifically describe pets being relaxed during a euthanasia appointment, a puppy being “looked after” well, and help getting a dog “ready to move country” with the process described as smooth and reassuring.

Our Score (72/100)

4.8(64 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
  • Fast access when worried about a pet: one owner says their dog was seen immediately and the issue was addressed straight away. - Handling and communication during appointments: owners describe gentle exams (including with a kitten) and vets taking time to answer questions. - Front-desk experience stands out: Sharon is named more than once for being helpful and welcoming.

Our Score (71/100)

4.8(118 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Mid Kerry Veterinary Centre is described in reviews as a practice that can handle both urgent cases and ongoing inpatient care. Owners mention pets being hospitalised for multiple days, rapid response to after-hours emergencies (one reviewer says a vet met them within 15 minutes), and sensitive end-of-life support including giving families time to say goodbye during euthanasia. A newer building/facility is also specifically mentioned.

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